These carbines were designed by Albert Ball and produced by E.G. Lamson & Co. Only 1,002 of these distinctive carbines were manufactured starting 1864 and delivered after the end of the Civil War making them rare collectibles. Winchester and Smith & Wesson both purchased the company's machinery after the war. One of the interesting aspects of the design is the 7-shot tubular magazine similar to the Henry and later Winchesters. This example has the standard markings and features.

Fine overall with dark blue/brown patina on barrel, 50% slightly muted original case colors, smooth oiled surfaces on the wood, crisp markings, minimal light oxidation, minor scratches and marks, and some divots and scrapes on the left side of the butt on the otherwise fine wood. Mechanically excellent. Overall an attractive example of one of the scarcest carbines of the Civil War era.